Avionics Technician (all levels)

Varstaff Staffing; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Varstaff Staffing is looking for Avionics Technicians of all levels in Vandalia, Ohio. Candidates will carry out avionics maintenance according to relevant FCC, FAA, and company regulations. Responsibilities include installation, troubleshooting, and repair of avionics components.

The ideal candidate should have their own tools and possess strong technical skills as well as a high school diploma or equivalent with 10+ years of experience. A Security Clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in avionics.
• Ability to work under safety-sensitive conditions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform avionics maintenance according to regulations.
• Installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of avionics components.

Skills

Technical schematics interpretation

Avionics installation tooling

Soldering techniques

Ability to mentor others

Knowledge of FCC and FCC GROL

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Avionics installation tools

Job description

Varstaff is searching for Avionics Technicians (all levels) in Vandalia.

Responsibilities

As an Avionics Technician IV, you will be using your skills and expertise to perform avionics maintenance according to FCC, FAA and company policies and regulations. You'll be responsible for moderately complex installation, testing, troubleshooting and repair of avionics components, and maintenance of test equipment, tools, and manuals.

Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps.
• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity.
• Frequently requires vision abilities to include close, distance, depth perception, and telling the difference between colors.
• Frequently requires hearing abilities to include discerning different tones and volumes.
• Occasionally lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions

• Frequently exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.).
• Frequently exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials.
• Frequently exposed to loud noises.

Safety Sensitive Position

• Responsible for the safety or security of people or property.
• Inspects, handles, or transports explosives, dangerous or hazardous materials.
• Inspects structures, equipment or vehicles.
• Performs aviation related duties.
• Operates or supervises vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment or machinery.

Skills

• Must have own tools in good working order.
• Ability to understand and interpret moderately complex, technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications; ability to route wires per technical drawings.
• Advanced skills with moderately complex avionics installation tooling, wiring, wiring repair, wiring installation, soldering, and crimping techniques.
• Familiarity with FCC and FCC GROL.
• Ability to mentor and guide subordinates.
• Basic understanding of spectrometer, Oscilloscope and/or Pitot static equipment.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience.
• A higher-level degree may substitute for experience.
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education.